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Two holi-beauties, Sadie and Lacy. They had a nic

Two holi-beauties, Sadie and Lacy. They had a nice relaxing day by the fire along with some playtime out in the snow with Ruby. Life is good.

Ruby is one of the best dogs. If you don’t know

Ruby is one of the best dogs. If you don’t know anything about a #staffordshireterrier or a #staffordshirebullterrier let me sum it up. They are extremely loyal, great for families with kids, sturdy both physically and emotionally, are very vocal about their feelings and are extremely smart. That know how to play hard and relax hard too! I think it’s safe to say we are a #staffie family. In our 11 years of dog sitting we have never watched another Staffie!

Whole mom (@robin_butler19) is warming up under th

Whole mom (@robin_butler19) is warming up under the Florida sun, I’m warming up by the fire with my friends!

Ruby is high on this month’s #barkbox! Our #bar

Ruby is high on this month’s #barkbox! Our #barkboxday is pretty dank good! Thank you @barkbox ❤️🐶

This thanksgiving I’m very thankful for all of m

This thanksgiving I’m very thankful for all of my wonderful clients but I’m more thankful for the connections I’ve made and the lessons I’ve learned through my business. I like to think my thankfulness shows through our love and commitment to every dog.

Walk, leash training, photo sesh, playtime and now

Walk, leash training, photo sesh, playtime and now some rest time! It’s a busy day over here but the sun is shining and these pals got to #gather today to learn and play!

Me: can we get one nice picture together? Pups:

Me: can we get one nice picture together?
Pups:

A referral is the highest compliment! This pretty

A referral is the highest compliment! This pretty lady was referred to me by @mychicasunshine and we couldn’t be more in love. Jayne is an absolute doll and is in good company this weekend, @gopaigego ❤️🐶❤️

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When only one is chosen to go on a ride….she kno

When only one is chosen to go on a ride….she knows who she is!

The weekend crew is here! Roll call: Ruby, Finn,

The weekend crew is here! Roll call: Ruby, Finn, Harvey, Jayne!

Harvey making himself comfortable in front of a wa

Harvey making himself comfortable in front of a warm fire after playing in the snow!

It’s been such a crazy weekend but I can’t for

It’s been such a crazy weekend but I can’t forget to feature these two sweethearts, Maisy and Marly. Quite possibly the cutest #goldendoodles around ❤️🐶❤️🐶

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Just because she’s so cute. #staffordshirebullt

Just because she’s so cute. #staffordshirebullterrier #redstaffy #rubycandy

It might be a gloomy day here but we are enjoying

It might be a gloomy day here but we are enjoying our down time! #doggonefun #doggonecute #dogsofinstagram #dogsitting #dogsitter #dogsittingadventures #frenchbrittany #staffordshirebullterrier #puggle #muttsofinstagram #pupsofinstagram #doglover

Blue Steel Finn the #puggle. You will be seeing a

Blue Steel Finn the #puggle. You will be seeing a lot of Finn because he’s with us for three weeks! Let the extended fun begin!

Lacy’s owners might be in Vegas this weekend but

Lacy’s owners might be in Vegas this weekend but I feel like I won the jackpot when I have clients like them. 🎰🐶❤️

Bird watching and waiting for some friends to come

Bird watching and waiting for some friends to come this weekend 🐶❤️🐶

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We always have time to carve (out) for Harv. We a

We always have time to carve (out) for Harv. We are loving this fall weather!

That “after training” nap just hits different.

That “after training” nap just hits different. Don’t get too comfortable there, pal, we have more work to do so mom (@robin_butler19) is super impressed with us!

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That smile though 🐶❤️🐶❤️

That smile though 🐶❤️🐶❤️

Takoda looking all regal, ready for a fire and a g

Takoda looking all regal, ready for a fire and a good book.

Penny is our newest friend! She turned one yester

Penny is our newest friend! She turned one yesterday! Happy birthday, Penny!

We worked on down/stay today. Focus on one comman

We worked on down/stay today. Focus on one command at a time and then once the dog has mastered them by themselves try stringing a few of them together. Building up their capabilities will require more metal focus and physical obedience but it’s worth all the effort.

Finn is here for a long weekend while his humans g

Finn is here for a long weekend while his humans go enjoy some nice warm weather in AZ! We will just stay warm by the fire ❤️🐶🍂🍁

Just some pals hanging out! We had a fun weekend

Just some pals hanging out! We had a fun weekend with Takoda (the #bernadoodle) and Bodie (the #englishsetter) playing in the backyard, taking walks and relaxing in the “warming house”. We are loving this cooler, fall weather ❤️🐶❤️🐶

Girl knows how to relax! Takoda is back for a nig

Girl knows how to relax! Takoda is back for a night and it’s safe to say she’s enjoying herself!

Bodie supervising the rink progress. She approves

Bodie supervising the rink progress. She approves!

What a good looking bunch. We had our friends Lac

What a good looking bunch. We had our friends Lacy and Sadie join us for a few hours to play and run around (and lounge out back on the couch ❤️🐶). Takoda and Ruby are wiped out!

When we teach our dogs to “wait” and “okay” they can be powerful tools.

Start using these commands with treats and mealtimes to reinforce them inside. After mastering them inside, introduce them outside of the house and then in real situations.

Practice waiting by the car then giving the okay to get in. Practice waiting in the vehicle before jumping out and then giving the okay to get out. Practice waiting for another dog/car/bike to pass by and then giving the okay to proceed. Practice making them wait for their meal and then giving the okay to eat it.

There are endless possibilities but each time we use them together it teaches your dog self control and builds trust & respect.

Notice how Ruby didn’t go on anything but “okay”. That’s when you know they understand and will wait on you to give the okay.

To say it’s been a busy September over here woul

To say it’s been a busy September over here would be putting it mildly! But we love it and we love new friends! Meet Takoda!!!! She’s a spunky #bernadoodle who loves to play!

Hey all! This is Finn! He’s a #puggle, he’s

Hey all! This is Finn! He’s a #puggle, he’s pretty darn cute and so well behaved! He came to play for the day and has enjoyed some backyard exercising with Ruby and a nice brisk walk!

A rest after a walk at Cleary Lake! Harvey had a

A rest after a walk at Cleary Lake! Harvey had a blast!

Join me in wishing this gem, Ruby Candy, a happy b

Join me in wishing this gem, Ruby Candy, a happy birthday!

Rainy Saturdays are meant for relaxing, Lucy knows

Rainy Saturdays are meant for relaxing, Lucy knows this!

The Dempsey gang (Joe Louis, Phinn and Lucy) are b

The Dempsey gang (Joe Louis, Phinn and Lucy) are back for a few days! Ruby is thrilled…can’t you tell? Lol.

Harvey came to play and found a spot to relax inst

Harvey came to play and found a spot to relax instead. Side note: this seems to be the favorite spot lately and also, office buddies are always welcome here.

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